Veterinarians

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Veterinarians

Dr. Kathy Palmer

Dr. Palmer is a full time veterinarian and the sole owner of Gulfgate Animal Hospital. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from LSU and has practiced in Houston over 15 years. She and her husband have three children, one dog, and one cat. When she is not working, she loves baking some of the most delicious desserts you have ever tasted. She is also very active within her church community--she participates in the choir and plays the piano.

Dr. Jaclyn Ong

Dr. Ong is a second generation Aggie vet who graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. She loves to eat, and tries to atone for her actions by playing tennis and working out. She now has two dogs, a border collie mix (Bella) and a spoiled toy poodle (Kirby). Her interests include soft tissue surgery and positive reinforcement behavior modification. She is the upcoming president of the Harris County Veterinary Medical Association (hcvma.org) for 2019.

Dr. Yadira Rosas

Dr. Rosas is one of our full time veterinarians who also graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. She is a native Houstonian and speaks both English and Spanish. She is a devoted wife and mother, and has two daughters. She enjoys teaching, playing board/card games, and watching movies.

Oath

Oath

Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health and welfare, the prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of medical knowledge.

I will practice my profession conscientiously, with dignity, and in keeping with the principles of veterinary medical ethics.

I accept as a lifelong obligation the continual improvement of my professional knowledge and competence.